Convention

Pronunciation: /kənˈvɛnʃən/

Definitions of convention

noun an agreement between states covering particular matters, especially one less formal than a treaty

Example Sentences

A1 In some cultures, it is a convention to bow when greeting someone.

A2 At the convention, attendees discussed new trends in technology.

B1 The company follows the convention of sending out monthly newsletters to employees.

B2 It is common convention to shake hands when meeting someone for the first time.

C1 The convention of wearing formal attire to the event was strictly enforced.

C2 The scientific community has established certain conventions for citing sources in research papers.

Examples of convention in a Sentence

formal The convention will be held at the convention center next month.

informal Are you going to the convention this weekend?

slang I heard the convention is gonna be lit!

figurative Breaking away from tradition, she decided to go against convention and pursue her own path.

Grammatical Forms of convention

• past tense: convened
• plural: conventions
• comparative: more conventional
• superlative: most conventional
• present tense: convenes
• future tense: will convene
• perfect tense: have convened
• continuous tense: is convening
• singular: convention
• positive degree: conventional
• infinitive: to convene
• gerund: convening
• participle: convened

Origin and Evolution of convention

First Known Use: 0015 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'convention' originated from the Latin word 'conventio', which means a coming together or agreement.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe a formal agreement or meeting, the word 'convention' has evolved to also refer to a widely accepted practice or custom, as well as a large gathering or conference.